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Just purchased the Toshiba 42H82 and couldn't be happier. The picture is great, but if you buy online be sure you're aware that only the newly released 2002 models will be capable of receiving the DVI upgrade as this will be the very best technology before long.

According to Toshiba's website, "DVI is an uncompressed (base band) digital video connection. It provides a secure digital interface for connecting a Digital Set-Top Box to an HD Compatible TV. It is not made to replace IEEE1394, which can still be used to connect the Digital Set-Top Box to a Digital Recording Device. 2002 H82 Wide Screen PTV models can be upgraded to an optional jack pack that includes a DVI input with HDCP for a true uncompressed digital video connection.

This is only to prepare for the future when all major network HDTV broadcasts will supposedly require the DIV connection so they can protect their copyrights easier.

All in all we're thrilled with the stunning picture and easy to use menus-a true deal at this price level.

I bought the Toshiba 42H82 about 2 months ago. It has an outstanding picture and the sound quality is just terrific. I shopped around both in local stores, and on the internet, and researched a great deal before buying. With Toshiba's reputation for quality and a strong warranty backing-- this was the set for me. My friends have bragged on the quality of the picture and I would encourage anyone looking for a projection TV in this size range to consider this product. I LOVE MINE!

I've only owned this home theater spectacle for about 3 days but I am in love. The controls are a heck of a lot easier than stated in previous reviews and when coupled with the right surround sound system and receiver gives the feeling of a professional movie experience. Congrats Toshiba and thanks

I have had the the newer HDX series of this TV since September 2002, and it's fabulous. Toshiba's CableclearDNR manipulations make standard wired cable (coax input used for best picture) tv signal look better than I thought possible, and the cable HD channels I get now are clear and crisp, appearing so lifelike it's like looking out the window. In fact, sometimes the TV picture is more crisp and clear than real life. All content including std. wired cable, std. wired satellite dish, VHS, and Std DVD, are up-converted to 540p automatically, resulting in an immediate picture improvement over analog Tv's. Some tweaking of the settings for the different content sources is necessary to make each look it's best but after you get the hang of the controls, it's great.
Update 2006-There are many different kinds of HDTV's now using other methods to produce the image as well as different input connectors and copyright protection schemes. This particular TV is CRT based, has single link-D DVI/HDCP input, and YPrBr HD component inputs. No firewire or HDMI there. In 2002 when I bought this TV, DVI/HDCP was predominant. Technology and TV features change rapidly. You can do months of research before you buy an expensive TV like this like I did, but then you'll still have to roll the dice a bit, hoping the technology won't change the next year. The one thing that has not changed, nor is likely to do do anytime soon, is cable TV delivery method, so no matter what connectors you have on the TV, if you are planning on using cable or satellite dish for content, it will likely be coming into your home (and into your TV) the same way it is now for a long time. If you are planning to hook up your computer to the TV, or some sort of other device that has certain kind of connector or a certian kind of copyright protection scheme built into it, then attention to connectors are more important.

After careful and I mean a year of careful web searches on info on large widescreen t.v's in crt, plasma and lcd we took the plunge and with our hard earned dollars purchased a 42H83 the latest model offered by toshiba. I believe we made the correct choice. Sure its not 6 inches deep like plasma but 18 inches is pretty slim. The picture quality after our adjustments is as good or better than plasma or lcd. Watching standard broadcasts takes getting used to on a widescreen but no big deal. We have it hooked up to a DTS 5.1 receiver and a progressive scan DVD and watching widescreen movies is awesome.